Hallmark “We Love You Because” Pics ‘n’ Props Kit + GIVEAWAY!

**Disclosure: This post contains product that was sent to me free of charge for my review. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I used personally, and believe will be good for my readers. All opinions are honest and my own.

If you know me, you know I lovepersonalizing gifts for the people I love. Most times, this means a good DIY craft session. I’ve even snuggled a bit closer to my sewing machine lately. ;-D However, I don’t always have time for the completely custom projects on my idea list, so it’s always great to find a semi-DIY project that uses some ready-made products to cut down on the time and effort, but NOT on thought or meaning. (Think Semi-Homemade with Sandra Lee – and yes, I think it’s cocktail time!) Bonus points if I can go full-on MacGyver by utilizing things I already have on hand, like I did for the personalized map frame I gave my husband for Valentine’s Day last year – check it out here.

This is why I was so excited when I received one of Hallmark’s latest Pics ‘n’ Props kits in the mail for me to review. It was totally up my alley and arrived just in time for me to share it with you as an idea for Mother’s Day. AND…. I’m pleased to partner with Hallmark for a giveaway with prize packs for THREE of my readers!

*Photo courtesy of Hallmark

Introducing, the “We Love You Because” Pics ‘n’ Props Frame Kit by Hallmark. This adorable kit comes with a chalkboard and chalk, plus a frame with 4 spaces for 4″ x 6″ photos (see update below!). Simply take photos of a person/group holding the chalkboard with their personalized special message written on it. Pop the photos in the frame and BAM – the gift is ready! You could easily have this project done in under an hour if you print the photos at home, and just a little longer if you plan to take advantage of your local pharmacy’s one hour photo counter.

This frame would be perfect for kids to give to grandparents, especially if they live far away. It would also be great for a dad on the run who might have let it slip his mind** that Mother’s Day is almost a week away… ;-D Really, this versatile frame would fit any occasion to let someone know all the reasons they are loved. Head to your local Hallmark Gold Crown store to purchase, or order online here.

**If you are one (like me) who might SOMEtimes have important things slip your mind, you will definitely want to check out my post on Hallmark’s great online calendar/address organization tool – My Hallmark.

IMPORTANT UPDATE: The packaging for the frame says that the openings are 4″ x 6.” However, I thought they looked smaller than that, so I measured and the sample photos on the paper backing were 3 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ and get cropped a little further down to 3 1/4″ x 5 1/8″ when the matting is placed over the photos. That’s a big difference! Definitely a good thing to know so you can crop/print the photos properly BEFORE you try adding them to the frame. Make sure you have enough room around the important elements in the photo so nothing gets cut out.

Sorry, the giveaway is over – thanks so much to all those who entered!!!

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Each of three (3) lucky winners will receive a 10-pack of assorted Hallmark cards, plus a special surprise. The giveaway starts now and ends at 11:59pm PST on May 11. To enter, complete entries using the Rafflecopter form below. Comments must be on this blog post for that entry to be valid. A comment entry with no comment will be removed from the drawing. All other entries are self-explanatory. The winner must be a US resident who is 18 or older – by entering you acknowledge that you meet the criteria. Winner(s) will be contacted by email within 72 hours after the giveaway ends and will have 48 hours to respond before a replacement winner will be chosen. MacSuzie.com is not responsible for prize fulfillment – prize packs will be mailed to the winner(s) by Hallmark upon receipt of mailing address(es). If you have any additional questions – feel free to send an email to lindsey@macsuzie.com.

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How thoughtful of you! I’m sure he loved the extra kudos. I came from a single parent home as well, so I completely understand when parents have to wear multiple hats – how lucky was he to have a daughter who recognized and appreciated that :)

I had no idea before, but Hallmark has a whole Pics ‘n’ Props line featuring frames and props for quick and easy family photos and gifts. There is a super cute one for school age kids that comes with a pack of grade numbers so parents can take a pic of each first day of school :) I don’t have kids yet, but I’m totally putting that one on the back burner!

One of the reasons I love my mom so much is because she is ALWAYS there for me. I had a personal situation not too long ago, and mom took me and the kids in immediately. She even fixed up the upstairs apartment for us.